Mental health is a big topic when i comes to who should and should not be allowed permission to received a gun permit. Even if you are voluntarily committed for mental health reasons, you could be denied firearm rights.
Every citizen of this great country has an obligation to give back. It’s part of our civic duty to ensure that members of our society receive fair and equal treatment under the law. This is why jury duty isn’t something to be scoffed at. While many people do attempt to be removed from jury duty, many people and employers understand the importance that this opportunity means. Take a look at why jury duty is important and how you should conduct yourself if you are called upon.
If you own land, you have probably heard about the North Carolina trespassing laws which help protect your land. You may also be aware of the Landowner Protection Act, a law that became effective on October 1, 2011. The purpose of this legislation was to help further protect land and wildlife on these lands. Learn about how this may affect you!
We are often asked about recording a third party. This can be a complex issue because the law varies from state to state and North Carolina is no exception for having different laws compared to its neighbors. Whether you are a journalist, employer, or artist, be sure that you know the law and how it applies you.
Being a criminal defense attorney, I see a lot of cases which involve drug use. Unfortunately, many of the cases involving drug use also include some form of drug addiction. There are many options for overcoming addiction, though, in many cases, Drug Treatment Court is the recommended option. But after all, what is Drug Treatment Court?
“Stand your ground” laws have taken the spotlight in the news lately, in part due to the Trayvon Martin/George Zimmerman trial in Florida. As a result, some Carolina residents have begun to question the status of North Carolina’s “stand your ground” law. Know what is acceptable and what is not!
UPDATE: As of 2/3/2016, the NC DOT has confirmed the “Orange Route” as the approved path to complete the I-540 project. Visit our resource: “THE ORANGE ROUTE IS APPROVED FOR WAKE COUNTY’S I-540 “SOUTHERN LOOP” for more information.
The answer to this question is YES! If you have been served with an Order to Show Cause regarding your child support obligation, you could be found guilty of criminal contempt.
You have been hurt in an automobile accident and it is not your fault. What are you entitled to recover?
No matter how your property is being used today, as farmland, open space, or even residential use, North Carolina law requires it be valued for eminent domain purposes based upon its highest and best use.
